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Plano Heat Advisory in Effect as Temperatures Climb Near 99F - Jul 23, 4 AM

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A Heat Advisory is active for Plano, TX, with current feels-like temperatures at 96F. Highs near 99F expected today with heat indices reaching 107F.

Lena Zimmer

July 23, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)
National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

*As of Jul 23, 4 AM local time.*

Current Conditions and Alert Status

A Heat Advisory is currently in effect for Plano, Texas, signaling moderate severity and expected urgency. Residents are advised to monitor conditions closely as the region experiences significant heat. It is currently Thursday overnight, and the air temperature stands at 95F, with a feels-like temperature of 96F.

The relative humidity is at 34%, and the dew point is 63F. Winds are blowing from the east at 9 mph, with gusts reaching up to 21 mph. The sky remains clear at this hour.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Today, the sun will dominate the sky, bringing a high near 99F. The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 1%. During the day, heat index values are expected to climb as high as 107F. Winds will shift to the east-northeast at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts potentially reaching 25 mph. Temperatures will drop to a low near 79F tonight.

Overnight, conditions will remain mostly clear. Temperatures will initially fall to around 80F but will rise to approximately 82F by the early morning hours. The heat index will remain elevated, peaking around 104F. Winds will continue from the east-southeast at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph.

Tomorrow, the weather will be mostly sunny with a high near 98F. There is no chance of precipitation. Heat index values are forecast to reach as high as 109F.

Winds will shift to the south-southeast at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Overnight tomorrow, skies will clear up again, with a low around 81F and temperatures rising to around 83F by morning. Winds will remain from the south at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph.

Safety Reminders

Given the active Heat Advisory and the high heat indices expected, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit outdoor exertion during the hottest parts of the day. Check on neighbors, especially the elderly and those without air conditioning, to ensure their safety. Keep vehicles parked in the shade when possible to prevent overheating.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com

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Lena Zimmer

Lena Zimmer covers weather, storms, and seasonal life around Plano.

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